Protecting Children in the Digital Age: Why Online Safety Requires Everyone

The rapid growth of digital technology has transformed how children learn, communicate, create, and connect. But as young people spend more time online, new forms of exploitation, violence, and manipulation are emerging. Addressing these threats requires more than technology alone—it demands cooperation among government, law enforcement, industry, schools, families, and communities.

This was the focus of “Protecting Children in the Digital Age: A Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Online Violence, Child Exploitation and Digital Safety,” led by PROTECTA Pilipinas, a multi-sector alliance spearheaded by PLDT. The forum brought together representatives from government, telecommunications, education, media, law enforcement, mental health, and the private sector to strengthen collective efforts toward a safer digital environment for Filipino children.

Atty. Roy D. Ibay, Smart VP and Head of Regulatory Affairs and lead convenor of PROTECTA, emphasized that no single organization can secure the digital ecosystem alone. Protecting children requires government, industry, civil society, and communities to work together.

PLDT Chief Operating Officer Menardo G. Jimenez Jr. highlighted the moral responsibility of telecommunications companies to help protect children from harmful online platforms and communities. His message was particularly clear: the protection of even one child matters. As online threats evolve beyond exploitation and pornography to include scams, grooming, coercion, and violent content, digital safety strategies must evolve as well.

Usec. Angelo Tapales of the Council for the Welfare of Children stressed that children should not be expected to protect themselves from online risks. Their experiences and voices should inform solutions, but adults must carry the responsibility of creating safer digital spaces.

Law enforcement also pointed to the changing nature of online harm. Lt. Col. Ayn Natuel of the PNP Women and Children Protection Center noted that highly networked online communities can exploit, groom, blackmail, and manipulate vulnerable young people.

The forum underscored that child protection is ultimately a digital resilience issue. Stronger laws, platform accountability, effective content moderation, responsible creators, parental guidance, education, mental health support, and community awareness must work together.

As technology continues to reshape everyday life, the goal should not be to prevent children from accessing the digital world. Instead, society must ensure that children can benefit from technology without having to choose between being connected and being safe.

LG Electronics Unveils Micro RGB evo at IFA 2026, Advancing the Future of Home Entertainment

LG Electronics is showcasing the future of high-performance television technology at IFA 2026 with the introduction of Micro RGB evo, an ultra-large LCD TV designed to deliver high-purity RGB color performance. The new display technology highlights LG’s continued efforts to push the boundaries of picture quality while giving consumers more immersive and vibrant viewing experiences.

A key feature of Micro RGB evo is its ability to produce highly pure RGB colors, allowing images to appear more vivid, accurate, and lifelike. The technology has received the “High Purity RGB Spectrum Display” certification from TÜV Rheinland, providing independent recognition of its color performance. This certification underscores LG’s focus on delivering advanced display quality through precise color reproduction.

Micro RGB evo also benefits from LG’s powerful α11 AI Processor, an award-winning processor previously associated with the company’s flagship OLED televisions. Recognized for its ability to enhance both picture and audio quality, the α11 AI Processor brings sophisticated artificial intelligence-powered processing to LG’s latest RGB display technology.

The processor can play an important role in optimizing the viewing experience by analyzing content and applying intelligent processing designed to improve image and sound performance. By extending the α11 AI Processor beyond its flagship OLED lineup, LG is bringing its advanced processing capabilities to a broader category of premium displays.

LG’s presence at IFA 2026 also highlights the company’s broader expansion of its RGB display portfolio. Beyond the ultra-large Micro RGB evo, LG is extending the technology to Mini RGB evo models, giving consumers more choices across different screen sizes and product categories.

The expansion reflects a broader industry trend toward increasingly sophisticated display technologies that combine advanced color reproduction, artificial intelligence, and large-format entertainment. For consumers, this means greater flexibility when selecting a television that fits their viewing preferences, space, and budget.

With Micro RGB evo, LG is positioning RGB-based LCD technology as another important part of its premium television strategy. The combination of high-purity RGB color performance, TÜV Rheinland certification, and the α11 AI Processor demonstrates how display hardware and intelligent processing can work together to create more compelling home entertainment experiences.

As LG continues expanding its Micro RGB and Mini RGB evo lineup, the company is giving consumers more ways to experience enhanced color, detail, and audio quality. Its showcase at IFA 2026 signals that the next generation of television technology will continue to focus on color accuracy, AI-powered optimization, and greater consumer choice.

Order Fiber WiFi Like Food Delivery: GFiber Prepaid Expands WiFi-On-Demand via GrabMart to Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao

Getting fiber internet at home can now be as easy as ordering food delivery. Globe AT HOME and Grab are expanding the country’s first order-and-install WiFi-on-demand model to more customers across Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao.

Following its initial rollout in Pasig, GFiber Prepaid on GrabMart is now available in more cities, allowing households to order directly through the Grab app and get an installer visit in as fast as two hours, subject to serviceability. Starting at ₱699, customers can enjoy 7 days of UNLI internet with speeds of up to 300 Mbps, giving them a more accessible and convenient way to get connected at home. This makes GFiber Prepaid a practical option for work-from-home professionals, renters, gamers, streamers, and young households who need reliable internet without the long application process.

“GFiber Prepaid is bringing the country’s first ‘order-and-install’ WiFi-on-demand to even more Filipinos nationwide,” said Abby Cardino, Vice President and Head of Globe’s Broadband Brand Management. “Customers can skip the lines and the traditional application process, order their WiFi seamlessly online, and get an installer almost immediately. More than expanding our reach, this initiative reflects our commitment to continuously innovate and adapt around the evolving digital lifestyle of Filipinos.”

For customers balancing remote work, online learning, gaming, streaming, and everyday digital life, GFiber Prepaid on GrabMart offers a more immediate and accessible way to get connected. It is a fresh take on home internet that feels more on-demand, more flexible, and more in step with how Filipinos live today.

For more information about Globe AT HOME GFiber Prepaid, visit www.gfiberprepaid.globe.com.ph/.

Toaplan’s Classic Shoot-’Em-Ups Return in Flying Fire Shark Collection

Karlstad, Sweden — Retro gaming fans are getting another chance to experience some of Toaplan’s most celebrated arcade classics as Clear River Games announces Toaplan Arcade Garage: Flying Fire Shark. The collection brings together a selection of influential shoot-’em-ups and launched globally last August 29, 2026, for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch, with both digital and physical editions available.

At the heart of the compilation are two legendary titles: Flying Shark and Fire Shark. Developed by Japanese studio Toaplan, the games helped shape the vertical-scrolling shoot-’em-up genre. Flying Shark earned recognition for its carefully balanced difficulty and straightforward gameplay, while Fire Shark raised the stakes with powerful, screen-filling weaponry and intense arcade action.

The collection is designed to appeal to longtime arcade enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Arcade Mode delivers an authentic classic arcade experience, while Super Easy Mode provides a more approachable way for beginners to learn the mechanics and gradually develop their skills.

Several additional features enhance the experience. M2 Gadgets provide useful information around the playing field, helping players identify blind spots, upcoming items, and hidden features. Meanwhile, Arcade Challenge Mode breaks stages into smaller sections, allowing players to practice individual areas. A rewind function can also automatically activate when a player's ship is hit in Challenge Mode, making it easier to improve and pursue the coveted one-credit clear.

The main collection contains six versions of the game: Flying Shark (Worldwide arcade), Sky Shark (US arcade), Hisho Same (Japanese arcade), Fire Shark (Worldwide arcade), Same! Same! Same! (Japanese arcade), and Same! Same! Same! (Japanese two-player arcade).

Physical and digital owners will also have access to extensive DLC featuring console adaptations and additional arcade classics. The Flying Fire Shark – Wardner DLC includes versions of Sky Shark, Same! Same! Same!, and Fire Shark, alongside Wardner, Wardner no Mori, Pyros, and the Japanese-language Famicom Disk System version of Wardner no Mori.

Adding even more value, Toaplan's 1991 puzzle game Teki-Paki will be offered as a free download to purchasers of any Toaplan Arcade Garage title. Its challenging match-five gameplay and industrial techno soundtrack provide a different but equally competitive retro experience, complete with online leaderboards and elite gameplay sessions.

For fans of classic arcade gaming, Flying Fire Shark represents a substantial celebration of Toaplan's enduring legacy and a chance to experience these influential games across modern consoles.

The World’s Best Screen is Coming with PC-Like AI Productivity on an Ultra-Thin Device: the New HUAWEI MatePad Air Launches in the Philippines This September 11

Manila, Philippines — HUAWEI continues to push innovation forward and empower modern lifestyles with the all-new HUAWEI MatePad Air, designed to redefine what users can accomplish while on the go.

Featuring the world’s best screen, intelligent tools, and powerful performance in a remarkably light design, the HUAWEI MatePad Air supports the many ways people work, create, learn, and enjoy for a price that’s easier on the budget.

The World’s Best Screen Makes Every Detail Stand Out and Stays Easy on the Eyes

The HUAWEI MatePad Air boasts an enhanced 12-inch 2.8K Ultra-clear OLED display with PaperMatte technology, giving users a spacious and truly immersive canvas for work, creation, learning, and entertainment. Its ultra-slim 4.69mm bezel creates an edge-to-edge viewing area, allowing users to enjoy a spacious display to see more of their documents, creative projects, and favorite content. With OLED technology, the HUAWEI MatePad Air’s screen renders richer visuals with more vibrant and more accurate colors in up to 2.8K resolution, delivering a more refined viewing experience suitable for whether users are reviewing presentations, watching videos, editing content, or creating an art piece.

HUAWEI’s signature PaperMatte Display technology further enhances the viewing experience. Made through a high-precision nano-level etching process, the PaperMatte Display reduces glare and reflections to keep the visuals easy on the eyes, while retaining a paper-like writing and touch experience. As HUAWEI cares for users’ eye health, the display is designed to keep users’ eyes comfortable even during long hours of working, creating, or watching on the HUAWEI MatePad Air.

4-in-1 AI-Powered Productivity Redefines Work and Creation

In true HUAWEI MatePad fashion, the latest addition to the series is built to go beyond the traditional tablet experience by bringing PC-like, AI-powered capabilities and intelligent tools to support modern users. To support productivity, the HUAWEI MatePad Air comes with the upgraded PC-Level WPS Office, which introduces an intelligent office suite with enhanced capabilities for a more streamlined and efficient productivity experience. The WPS AI suite helps users handle a wide range of tasks, including document creation, spreadsheet management, presentation design, and more, for a more streamlined and efficient productivity experience.

Meanwhile, HUAWEI Notes makes note-taking faster and more intuitive with AI-driven features, helping users capture their ideas and even solve mathematical equations through the app. Aside from enhancing users' handwritten notes, the productivity tool uses AI to improve users’ speech-to-text transcription, accurately capturing discussions and automatically generating structured notes. The AI-Powered HUAWEI Notes also helps users solve numerical equations instantly. The upgraded AI-powered GoPaint app turns the HUAWEI MatePad Air into a versatile creative studio with professional tools that make digital art more expressive and engaging. It enhances users’ creative workflow, allowing them to precisely capture and apply their desired color combinations in their artwork through its AI-enriched capabilities.

Paired with compatible accessories, the HUAWEI MatePad Air supports users through every task, from studying and completing professional tasks to art creation and entertainment. The upgraded HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro enhances the note-taking and creation experience with a more precise, natural, and intuitive stylus experience. In Air Mouse mode, the stylus also serves as a mouse, allowing users to seamlessly scroll or browse through files or projects without needing to switch to another tool. Meanwhile, the HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard transforms the HUAWEI MatePad Air into a capable on-the-go workstation, delivering a comfortable and efficient typing experience. Powered by NearLink Technology, these accessories boast a faster, more stable connection with lower latency, making it easier to move seamlessly from writing to browsing and creating.

Ultra-Thin, Lightweight Design and Powerful Performance Keep Your Ideas Going

Unleash Your Next Big Idea with the HUAWEI MatePad Air

Meet the perfect canvas for all your ideas is coming with PC-like AI productivity, creative versatility, and the world’s best screen on the ultra-thin HUAWEI MatePad Air launching in the Philippines this September.

From September 7, shoppers can grab exclusive vouchers worth PHP 5,000 on Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok. They can also secure the HUAWEI MatePad Air early through the HUAWEI Online Store by paying a PHP 500 deposit and get PHP 7,000 off their remaining balance.

On September 11, buyers can pre-order the HUAWEI MatePad Air and get a freebie bundle worth up to PHP 33,886. Freebies include a HUAWEI Smart Magnetic Keyboard (worth PHP 9,999), a HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro (worth PHP 7,999), a PC-Level WPS Office (worth PHP 4,999), a Bluetooth Mouse (worth PHP 1,899), a one-year WPS AI Membership (worth PHP 7,000), and an exclusive bag (worth PHP 1,990).

Plus, getting the HUAWEI MatePad Air is light on your budget. Avail 0% installment of up to 24 months when you purchase using select bank credit or debit cards.

To learn more, visit your nearest HUAWEI Experience Store or check out HUAWEI’s official social media pages (Facebook | Instagram).

The HUAWEI MatePad Air packs powerful capabilities in a remarkably slim design that’s easy to take anywhere. Measuring just 5.3mm thin and weighing 509g, the device is suitable for users who are seeking a large-screen productivity and creativity companion without the added bulk. Despite its ultra-thin design, the HUAWEI MatePad Air is built to withstand the unexpected with little to no bend, giving users a lightweight device that stays reliably durable. Beyond its slim yet tough build, the HUAWEI MatePad Air also brings a distinct aesthetic to its portable design with a pearlescent sheen available in an elegant Airy Blue.

The HUAWEI MatePad Air’s ultra-slim body houses a performance that keeps up with users through long workdays, creative sessions, study periods, or marathon video streaming. Its large-capacity 10,100mAh battery supports up to 18 hours of HDR video playback, delivering the power that users need to get through the day. The 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge Turbo replenishes the battery in as little as 30 minutes, so users can get back to what they’re doing swiftly.

Under its slim exterior, the HUAWEI MatePad Air carries up to 12GB of physical RAM and 256GB of storage. Through HUAWEI’s virtual memory expansion technology, the device allocates an additional 8GB of virtual memory from the storage, giving the device the capacity to manage multiple applications, documents, creative projects, and files without slowing down. Its innovative heat dissipation architecture ensures the device continuously delivers stable performance, even as users move between heavy-duty tasks.

The upgraded AI-powered GoPaint app turns the HUAWEI MatePad Air into a versatile creative studio with professional tools that make digital art more expressive and engaging. It enhances